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Police debunk fake statement on training of 50,000 new constables
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· September 11, 2026
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Key points The statement allegedly says that 50,000 new constables will be trained. The Nigeria Police Force has disclaimed this statement, saying it is not true.
A fake press statement has been circulating on social media, claiming that training for a large number of new constables is about to begin. The statement allegedly says that 50,000 new constables will be trained.
The Nigeria Police Force has disclaimed this statement, saying it is not true.
Further details about the debunked statement are available from the source, for those who want more information about the false claim that was being spread on social media.
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Published: September 11, 2026 ·
Source: The Punch ·
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